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### Understanding Polynomial Functions and Their Zeros: A Detailed Guide

#### Definition of Polynomial Function

Suppose that the polynomial function \( f \) is defined as follows:

\[ f(x) = (x - 13)^2 (x - 8)^3 (x + 4)^3 \]

#### Identifying Zeros by Their Multiplicity

A zero of a polynomial function is a value of \( x \) that makes the function equal to zero. The multiplicity of a zero refers to the number of times that particular zero appears as a solution. 

**Task:** List each zero of \( f \) according to its multiplicity in the categories below. If there is more than one answer for a multiplicity, separate them with commas. If there is no answer, click on "None."

#### Multiplicity Categories

1. **Zero(s) of multiplicity one:**
   - Enter zeros appearing exactly once.

2. **Zero(s) of multiplicity two:**
   - Enter zeros appearing exactly twice.

3. **Zero(s) of multiplicity three:**
   - Enter zeros appearing exactly three times.

#### Visual Representation

A text box is provided for each multiplicity category:

- **Zero(s) of multiplicity one:** [         ] 
- **Zero(s) of multiplicity two:** [         ]
- **Zero(s) of multiplicity three:** [         ]

Additionally, there is an option to click on "None" if there is no zero for the given multiplicity.

#### Example

Given the polynomial \( f(x) = (x - 13)^2 (x - 8)^3 (x + 4)^3 \), the zeros and their multiplicities are:
- Zero at \( x = 13 \) with multiplicity 2
- Zero at \( x = -8 \) with multiplicity 3
- Zero at \( x = 4 \) with multiplicity 3

These should be entered in their respective categories in the provided text boxes. 

Remember to thoroughly check your polynomial for all possible zeros and correctly identify their multiplicities for accurate categorization. 

This structured approach helps in understanding the behavior of polynomial functions and their zeros, which is foundational in algebra and calculus.
Transcribed Image Text:### Understanding Polynomial Functions and Their Zeros: A Detailed Guide #### Definition of Polynomial Function Suppose that the polynomial function \( f \) is defined as follows: \[ f(x) = (x - 13)^2 (x - 8)^3 (x + 4)^3 \] #### Identifying Zeros by Their Multiplicity A zero of a polynomial function is a value of \( x \) that makes the function equal to zero. The multiplicity of a zero refers to the number of times that particular zero appears as a solution. **Task:** List each zero of \( f \) according to its multiplicity in the categories below. If there is more than one answer for a multiplicity, separate them with commas. If there is no answer, click on "None." #### Multiplicity Categories 1. **Zero(s) of multiplicity one:** - Enter zeros appearing exactly once. 2. **Zero(s) of multiplicity two:** - Enter zeros appearing exactly twice. 3. **Zero(s) of multiplicity three:** - Enter zeros appearing exactly three times. #### Visual Representation A text box is provided for each multiplicity category: - **Zero(s) of multiplicity one:** [ ] - **Zero(s) of multiplicity two:** [ ] - **Zero(s) of multiplicity three:** [ ] Additionally, there is an option to click on "None" if there is no zero for the given multiplicity. #### Example Given the polynomial \( f(x) = (x - 13)^2 (x - 8)^3 (x + 4)^3 \), the zeros and their multiplicities are: - Zero at \( x = 13 \) with multiplicity 2 - Zero at \( x = -8 \) with multiplicity 3 - Zero at \( x = 4 \) with multiplicity 3 These should be entered in their respective categories in the provided text boxes. Remember to thoroughly check your polynomial for all possible zeros and correctly identify their multiplicities for accurate categorization. This structured approach helps in understanding the behavior of polynomial functions and their zeros, which is foundational in algebra and calculus.
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